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What next for you? Additional Learning Opportunities with Portsmouth College (for 16-18 year olds) Welcome from Steve Frampton, College Principal Thank you for deciding to explore our latest prospectus, for 16-18 year old students who are looking for different types of post-school opportunities. At Portsmouth College we believe in providing a chance to learn for all types of students in our local community. This new brochure tells you about courses you can take in the work place, at the main Portsmouth College site or at other community venues in the City. I am proud of the College s inclusiveness and diversity and hope in the following pages you will be able to find a course or apprenticeship opportunity to suit you. Portsmouth College more than you expected! 2 www.tpc.ac.uk
Contents Introduction 2 Opportunities available 4/5 Level 1 Vocational qualifications 6 Where will I study? 7 L1 Sport and Active Leisure 8 L1 Public Services 9 L1 Childcare 10 L1 Art and Design 11 L1 Information Technology 12 Horizons, Futures and Aspire 14-17 ESOL 18-21 Apprenticeships 22-25 How to apply 26 Further information 27 Tear out Application form www.tpc.ac.uk 3
Learning Opportunities: What Can I Do? Vocational Level 1 Courses (pages 6-12) These courses are ideal for students wishing to study for a nationally recognised qualification whilst learning all about work opportunities in: Sport ICT Public Services Art and Design Childcare Business Administration If you successfully complete the course you can progress to Level 2. For more information please contact: Becky Rogers, email: becky.rogers@tpc.ac.uk Entry Level Courses (pages 14-17) On these courses students work in a small group setting with classroom support to develop their individual abilities and self-confidence. The programme is very flexible and students all work towards nationally recognised qualifications at Entry levels 1, 2 or 3. Successful students can then progress on to Level 1 courses. For more information please contact: Kay Hill, email: kay.hill@tpc.ac.uk 4 www.tpc.ac.uk
ESOL Courses (pages 18-21) ESOL courses are designed for the needs of students whose first language is not English. Classes are available for a range of abilities, from beginners through to advanced English. Once students have achieved an ESOL qualification at Level 1 or Level 2 they can progress on to our subject specific courses. For more information please contact: Simin Walton, email: simin.walton@tpc.ac.uk Apprenticeships (pages 22-25) An apprenticeship is an opportunity to learn valuable vocational skills whilst earning a real wage You will combine on-the-job learning with some study at College. For some students a Pre-Apprenticeship might be more appropriate. This allows you to sample different areas of employment whilst working to improve your grades in English and Mathematics. For more information please contact: Tom Lloyd, email: tomas.lloyd@tpc.ac.uk www.tpc.ac.uk 5
Level 1 Vocational qualifications Sport and Active Leisure page 8 Public Services page 9 Childcare page 10 General information Flexible start dates throughout the year No previous qualifications required Courses can be full-time or part-time. Part-time courses run for between three and nine hours per week Art and Design page 11 Information Technology page 12 6 www.tpc.ac.uk Further studies 1. Work experience opportunities will be available for all students. The College will help you find and set up your placement. 2. Functional Skills English qualification 3. Functional Skills Mathematics qualification
Where will I study? Our Level 1 Vocational courses all take place at: John Pounds Centre 23 Queen Street, Portsea, Portsmouth, Hants, PO1 3HN John Pounds Centre Portsmouth College Access to the centre is through the arch way on Queen St. www.tpc.ac.uk 7
BTEC Level 1 Sport and Active Leisure The Sport and Active Leisure qualification is available as: 1. A BTEC Award, equivalent to 1 GCSE at grade D/E 2. A BTEC Certificate, equivalent to 2 GCSEs at grades D/E 3. A BTEC Diploma, equivalent to 4 GCSEs at grades D/E Entry qualifications No previous qualifications are required before you start on this course. However, it is essential to have a real interest in sport and to be keen to learn about the sport and leisure industry. What s in the course? The Sport and Leisure course will provide you with the basic knowledge and skills needed to progress in the industry. You will be able to take part in plenty of practical sport whilst also learning about sport and fitness theory and how the industry works in practice. Assessment Your qualification will be based on continuous assessment of your work, including: written portfolios, presentations, role plays and observations. 8 www.tpc.ac.uk
BTEC Level 1 Public Services This qualification in preparation for the uniformed public services is available as: 1. A BTEC Award, equivalent to 1 GCSE at grade D/E 2. A BTEC Certificate, equivalent to 2 GCSEs at grades D/E 3. A BTEC Diploma, equivalent to 4 GCSEs at grades D/E Entry qualifications No previous qualifications are required before you start on this course. However, an interest in careers in one of the uniformed public services is needed, and also a willingness to take part in regular physical activity. What s in the course? Our Public Services course is designed to give you an introduction to the personal qualities, skills and responsibilities of people working for the armed services, police or other emergency services. You will gain an understanding of the work in these services and whether this is the right career for you. Physical exercise sessions take place regularly as part of this course. Assessment Your qualification will be based on continuous assessment of your work, including: written portfolios, presentations, role plays and observations. www.tpc.ac.uk 9
BTEC Level 1 Childcare This qualification in caring for children is available as: 1. A BTEC Award, equivalent to 1 GCSE at grade D/E 2. A BTEC Certificate, equivalent to 2 GCSEs at grades D/E 3. A BTEC Diploma, equivalent to 4 GCSEs at grades D/E Entry qualifications No previous qualifications are required before you start on this course. However, it is essential to have a real interest in caring for children and to be keen on future work in this role. What s in the course? On our Childcare course you will learn how to organise and deliver practical activities for children, such as: creative craft, writing stories, reading and physical activities. You will also develop your understanding of how best to care for the health, wellbeing and development of children. Assessment Your qualification will be based on continuous assessment of your work, including: written portfolios, presentations and observations of your work with children in the nursery. 10 www.tpc.ac.uk
BTEC Level 1 Art and Design This qualification in creative art and design work is available as: 1. A BTEC Award, equivalent to 1 GCSE at grade D/E 2. A BTEC Certificate, equivalent to 2 GCSEs at grades D/E 3. A BTEC Diploma, equivalent to 4 GCSEs at grades D/E Entry qualifications No previous qualifications are required before you start on this course. However, an interest in art and design is essential along with a willingness to work with different materials and methods. What s in the course? On the Art and Design course you will work with a range of materials and methods, such as: 2D drawing, painting, printing, 3D crafts and fine art. Our aim is for you to be able to progress on to level 2 and level 3 courses as higher level qualifications are normally needed for success in this area of work. Assessment Your qualification will be based on continuous assessment of your work, including: your ideas and sketch books, regular practical work and the final artistic designs your produce. www.tpc.ac.uk 11
BTEC Level 1 Information Technology The Information Technology qualification is available as: 1. A BTEC Award, equivalent to 1 GCSE at grade D/E 2. A BTEC Certificate, equivalent to 2 GCSEs at grades D/E 3. A BTEC Diploma, equivalent to 4 GCSEs at grades D/E Entry qualifications No previous qualifications are required before you start on this course. However, it is essential to have an interest in information technology and to be willing to learn about its everyday uses in the world of work. What s in the course? Our Information Technology course will help you improve your ability to use all of the main software applications used at 12 www.tpc.ac.uk work and at home. You will also learn about recent developments in IT and how these are affecting the way we live our lives today. Assessment Your qualification will be based on continuous assessment of your work, including: written portfolios, presentations and practical demonstrations.
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Horizons, Futures and Aspire Horizons, Futures and Aspire are three separate opportunities for students who need to start making progress on the qualifications ladder. Horizons The Horizons course is set up to help students who have difficulties with their basic skills like reading, writing, spelling and number work. Futures The Futures course is similar to Horizons but designed for those working at a higher level. Aspire The Aspire course is slightly different; it is aimed at students who would expect to progress on to level 1 or 2 courses or employment the following year. On all three courses students work in a small-group setting with classroom support to develop their individual abilities and self-confidence. 14 www.tpc.ac.uk
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Horizon, Futures and Aspire Main course content The core units of Horizons, Futures and Aspire are: Edexcel Entry Level Diploma in Skills for Independence and Work This qualification enables students to develop their skills in a number of areas: Developing personal skills Setting goals Developing social skills Developing life skills Developing skills for work Developing skills for greater independence Edexcel Certificate in Workskills Entry 3 and Level 1 Workskills is a group of qualifications which helps students to develop the essential skills needed to function in employment and in life. Four pathways are available within the Workskills framework: Personal Life Skills Sustainable Employability Skills Work Placement Skills Skills for Business Students can choose individual units from each of these pathways to build qualifications of different sizes and levels. 16 www.tpc.ac.uk
Functional Maths, English and ICT, Entry 1, 2 & 3 and Level 1 (City & Guilds) Functional Skills are qualifications in practical aspects of English, Mathematics and ICT that everyone needs to get the most out of their life, learning and work. The emphasis is very much on skills and the aim is to build students confidence and independence. City and Guilds Award/Certificate in Mathematics and English This is a portfolio qualification which has been designed to create stepping stones for learners and to recognise and reward the progress that those learners make on their journey. For more information on Horizons and Futures please contact: Kay Hill Tel: 023 9266 7521 Email: kay.hill@tpc.ac.uk Additional opportunities Students can choose from a number of interesting enrichment opportunities (information on these is available at the start of the course). Career opportunities & further study The programme is very flexible so students will soon find that they are confident enough to overcome their difficulties and gain nationally recognised qualifications. Many of our students then go on to jobs or higher-level courses. www.tpc.ac.uk 17
ESOL English for Speakers of Other Languages What is ESOL? ESOL courses are dedicated to the needs of students whose first language is not English. The Department provides a range of classes from beginners through to advanced English. 18 www.tpc.ac.uk
Courses and qualifications Full-time ESOL courses are offered at five different levels (see page 20). Screening and initial assessment tests are set to determine the correct level for each student. ESOL students will be able to gain nationally recognised qualifications (City and Guilds) in the use of English in all four language skills i.e. speaking, listening, reading and writing. There will also be the opportunity to work on some additional skills: Life in the UK / Citizenship Computer skills and on-line learning Numeracy Work Skills The Citizenship course explores culture, history, geography, education, law and the economic situation in the UK. It is recommended for students who wish to improve their English language skills and apply for citizenship, leave to remain in the UK or the British Passport. Full-time or part-time? Students in the 16-18 age group category would usually study full-time. For many students this would mean full-time ESOL. However, for students working at a higher level of English (ESOL levels 1 and 2) the full-time programme might be made up of ESOL and other courses offered by the College (see Progression, below). Fees ESOL courses are free to 16-18 year old students who are UK or EU citizens or have the right to be resident in the UK. Charges may apply to students from non-eu countries please enquire about fees when you contact us. For more information and details on how to enrol please contact: Simin Walton, Head of ESOL/EFL and Adult Education Languages: Tel: 023 9266 7521 Email: simin.walton@tpc.ac.uk Progression Our aim is for all ESOL students to be able to progress at the appropriate pace. The first goal is to achieve a good level of English for everyday life and for further study. So, students will initially progress through the ESOL levels. However, once students have achieved ESOL level 1 or ESOL level 2 it is possible to begin other courses within the College s curriculum. For example: BTEC Level 1 Courses: Portsmouth College currently offers Level 1 BTEC Courses in: Sport & Leisure, Caring for Children, Public Services, ICT and Art & Design Please see pages 6-12 in this brochure Higher level BTECs, GCSEs and AS/A levels Opportunities may be available in a wide range of courses for students with an appropriate level of English. For more information, please see the full Portsmouth College prospectus or visit www.portsmouth-college.ac.uk www.tpc.ac.uk 19
Our ESOL Courses 1. Pre-Entry 1 / Entry Level 1 (For students new to English) This full-time course develops skills in speaking, listening, reading and writing at a basic level. The course is suitable for students who wish to study English from the beginning, with little or no previous experience. You will develop the following skills: i. Giving your personal details ii. The vocabulary of everyday situations iii. Understanding simple conversations iv. Understanding instructions and directions v. Reading signs and notices vi. Developing your basic grammar. 2. Entry Level 2 (Elementary English) This full-time course develops skills in speaking, listening, reading and writing at an elementary level. It is suitable for students who have already studied the basic rules of English grammar. You will develop the following skills: i. Asking for factual information past, present and future ii. Making requests and asking for permission iii. Asking for instructions and directions iv. Using stress and intonations v. Making statements of fact vi. Delivering a short story or account 3. Entry Level 3 (Pre-intermediate English) This full-time course develops skills in speaking, listening, reading and writing at a pre-intermediate level. It is suitable for students who are becoming familiar with English grammar and rules and have passed the Entry 2 qualification in all four skills. You will develop the following skills: i. Taking part in social and formal conversations ii. Expressing feelings, likes and dislikes iii. Expressing views and opinions iv. Giving an explanation v. Clearly expressing statements of fact vi. Correct use of stress, intonations and pronunciation vii. Use of formal language and register 20 www.tpc.ac.uk
4. Level 1 (Intermediate English) This full-time course develops skills in speaking, listening, reading and writing at an intermediate level. It is suitable for students who are beginning to develop confidence in English and have already passed the Entry 3 qualification in all four skills. You will develop the following skills: i. Words and phrases often used at work, when studying or in daily life ii. Presenting information in a logical format, using sentence and paragraph structures iii. Using complex sentences iv. Using correct punctuation v. Producing well structured and accurate texts vi. Using some more complex grammar 5. Level 2 (Upper Intermediate English) This full-time course develops skills in speaking, listening, reading and writing at an upper intermediate level. It is suitable for students who are comfortable with everyday use of English and have already passed the Level 1 qualification in all four skills. You will develop the following skills: i. Participating in discussions at work ii. Giving explanations, instructions and accounts iii. Writing reports and summaries iv. Reading and writing formal letters and emails v. Discussing community and environmental issues vi. Preparing and giving presentations vii. Using texts and other sources of information For more information and details on how to enrol please contact: Simin Walton, Head of ESOL/EFL and Adult Education Languages: Tel: 023 9266 7521 Email: simin.walton@tpc.ac.uk www.tpc.ac.uk 21
Apprenticeships at Level 2 (Intermediate) What is an apprenticeship? In recent years increasing numbers of students have chosen to move on to an Apprenticeship after school or college. Apprentices do real jobs for real employers. So you re paid while you learn, from day one of your Apprenticeship. As an Apprentice you will usually be employed for a minimum of 30 hours a week and earn while you work towards a nationally recognised qualification. The National Minimum Wage for apprentices is 2.68 per hour although many can earn much more. You will spend much of your time learning on the job but there is also a classroom/theory element to all apprenticeships, based in college. The key website for more information on apprenticeships in general is: www.apprenticeships.org.uk Portsmouth College Apprenticeship Scheme: earn while you learn The College offers its own range of apprenticeships at Intermediate, Advanced and Higher level. Listed below are the apprenticeships we offer at intermediate level (level 2). In each case you would work for most of the week with an employer and spend on average one day per week in the classroom. Full details of all of our apprenticeship pathways can be found on the College's apprenticeship website: http://www.portsmouth-college.ac.uk/apprenticeships 22 www.tpc.ac.uk
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Apprenticeships at Level 2 (Intermediate) 1. Activity Leadership Intermediate Apprenticeship (Level 2) This apprenticeship framework is targeted at staff or volunteers who prepare and lead activity sessions. You will be involved in: 1. planning a range of activities 2. making sure the working environment is healthy and safe 3. promoting people s personal and social development. You will also have the opportunity to take additional coaching qualifications relevant to the area of activity, such as Level 2 Certificate in Coaching Football or Level 2 Gym Instructors. Typical settings for this apprenticeship would be activity holiday centres, gym/fitness classes, outdoor education centres, youth clubs and organisations which provide outdoor experiences. 2. Business Administration Intermediate Apprenticeship (Level 2) Nearly every business, large or small, needs administrators who can provide quality support in a variety of different departments. For example you might work in a bank, a medical practice, hospital or an educational environment in a secretarial, personnel, accounts, purchasing or IT role. An Apprenticeship in Business Administration will develop your administrative skills, improve your efficiency and performance and enable you to become a valuable team member. The qualification will demonstrate to an employer that you have gained the right knowledge and experience to help in their business and encourage them to invest in you and your career. 24 www.tpc.ac.uk
3. Marketing Intermediate Apprenticeship (Level 2) This qualification is suitable for people working in a marketing role in any business sector. After you qualify, typical roles might include work as a market research assistant or events management assistant. You might be involved in collecting market research data, analysing competitor activity, preparing publications, contributing to marketing campaigns, planning and organising an event or exhibition and using a range of digital technologies. 4. Customer Service Intermediate Apprenticeship (Level 2) As a customer service apprentice, you ll probably work at the front end of an employer s business activities and regularly assist customers. Duties will vary between business types but the basic aims of the job are the same everywhere. You will be making sure that customers are dealt with in a positive, reliable and pleasant way whether that s by offering advice, answering questions or handling complaints. To properly assist customers, you ll need clear and up-to-date knowledge of your organisation s products and services. You ll also need to be able to communicate with all sorts of people. 5. Childcare (Children & Young People s Work Force) Intermediate Apprenticeship (Level 2) This apprenticeship will allow you to develop knowledge and skills required of an employee of the Children s & Young People s Workforce (Early Learning & Childcare, Children's Social Care, Learning Development & Support Services). At Intermediate level (level 2) the qualification confirms that you are competent to work in these areas under supervision. You might want to consider progression to qualifications at level 3 and above, which would open doors into supervisory and management roles in this sector. 6. Hairdressing Intermediate Apprenticeship (Level 2) Stop press... We have just introduced this new apprenticeship pathway. Please see our website for full details: http://www.portsmouthcollege.ac.uk/apprenticeships For further information on Apprenticeships at Portsmouth College please contact: Tom Lloyd Tel: 023 9266 7521 Email: tomas.lloyd@tpc.ac.uk Web: www.tpc.ac.uk www.tpc.ac.uk 25
Application form Unfold to enrol Surname First name(s) Date of Birth Age on 31/08/14 Male / Female (please delete as appropriate) Nationality Permanent Address Postcode Home telephone Mobile telephone Email (please write clearly) Please note the College will contact you via email or mobile regarding academic issues. It will also contact you regarding any Portsmouth College promotional information. If you DO NOT require this promotional information please tick. Have you been resident in this country for the past three years? Yes No If no, please indicate your current residency status Do you have a criminal record? Yes No How did you hear about Portsmouth College? Are you employed for more than 15hrs per week? Yes No Your course choices Please tick in the left hand box the course type you wish to apply for. If you select the Level 1 Vocational option or the Apprenticeship option, please circle your preferred subject or apprenticeship type. Tick Course type Course / Apprenticeship choice Level 1 Sport and Active Leisure Art and Design Vocational Public Services Childcare Course Information Technology Portsmouth Activity Leadership Business Administration College Marketing Customer Service Apprenticeship Childcare Horizons Futures, and Aspire ESOL Please continue overleaf www.tpc.ac.uk
Previous Education Please list the schools or colleges you have attended since September 2009 School or College From To Qualification Achieved Please list any qualifications you have achieved in the past Subject / Course Level Date completed Grade Please tell us something about: Your employment or career aims: Your personal or leisure interests: Student signature Parent / Carer signature (if student under 18) Date Date Signature indicates your acceptance of the Privacy Statement on page 27. Equal Opportunities To help us monitor equal opportunities, please tick the category you feel describes your ethnic origin. o English/Welsh/Scottish/Northern Irish/British (31) o Irish (32) o Gypsy or Irish Traveller (33) o Any other White background (34) o White and Black Caribbean (35) o White and Black African (36) o White and Asian (37) o Any other Mixed/multiple ethnic background (38) o Indian (39) o Pakistani (40) o Bangladeshi (41) o Chinese (42) o Any other Asian background (43) o African (44) o Caribbean (45) o Any other Black/African/Caribbean background (46) o Arab (47) o Any other ethnic group (98) o Not provided (99)
How to apply for any of the opportunities on pages 6-25 1. Using the application form Please just complete the application form in the back of this prospectus and send it directly to our Admissions Secretary at the College. Kim Bogard Admissions Secretary Portsmouth College Tangier Road PORTSMOUTH PO3 6PZ Tel: 023 9234 4370 or email: kim.bogard@tpc.ac.uk A copy of the application form can also be downloaded from www.portsmouth-college.ac.uk 2. On-line application To apply on-line please just go to www.portsmouth-college.ac.uk and click on the Apply Now button at the top of the home page. Your form will go straight to the Admissions Secretary, Kim Bogard (as above). We will respond to your application within two weeks, offering an appointment for your initial interview. Your interviewer will discuss with you: 1. the most appropriate courses available 2. start dates 3. additional support available 4. transport and student finance 26 www.tpc.ac.uk
Further information Equality and Diversity Portsmouth College is committed to the principle of equality of opportunity regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexuality, religion, cultural background, age or disability. All reasonable adjustments to provision will be made to ensure that disabled students, staff and visitors are not disadvantaged. There is an active Equal Opportunities and Diversity Forum which develops and monitors equal opportunity in the College; student participation on this Forum is encouraged. Information about this and other E&D issues is available from reception or from your tutor. Privacy statement Data Protection Portsmouth College is registered with the Information Commissioner under the Data Protection Act 1998 and all data collected will be processed in accordance with the Act. Privacy Notice How we use your Personal Information The personal information you provide is passed to the Chief Executive of Skills Funding ( the Agency ) and, when needed, the Department for Education, including the Education Funding Agency. This is done to meet legal responsibilities under the Apprenticeships, Skills, Children and Learning Act 2009, and for the Agency s Learning Records Service (LRS) to create and maintain a unique learner number (ULN). The information you provide may be shared with other organisations for education, training and employment related purposes, including for research. Further information about use of and access to your personal data, and details of organisations with whom the Agency regularly share data are available at: http://skillsfundingagency.bis.gov.uk/privacy.htm www.tpc.ac.uk 27
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